How long do planning decisions take near South Carlton?

The average planning decision time near South Carlton is 85 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near South Carlton?

The most common type of planning application near South Carlton is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near South Carlton?

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South Carlton, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near South Carlton, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in South Carlton are administered by West Lindsey District Council. View the full West Lindsey District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About South Carlton

South Carlton is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, approximately 2 miles north of Lincoln city centre along the B1398 road. With a population of 168 as recorded in the 2011 census, this small community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications in a peaceful rural environment.

Population: 79 (2021)

District: West Lindsey

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Area Information

Admin district: West Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Gainsborough
LSOA: West Lindsey 009E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near South Carlton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near South Carlton.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for South Carlton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

20 planning applications found near South Carlton.

WL/2026/00488 - THE OLD SCHOOL SCHOOL LANE SOUTH CARLTON LINCOLN LN1 2RL
Listed building consent to install external flue to rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-05-28
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WL/2026/00278 - THE OLD SCHOOL, SCHOOL LANE, SOUTH CARLTON
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2 (details showing areas of demolition), 8 (details of making good exposed areas revealed by demolition work) and 10 (methodology of opening of n
Status: Undecided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-03-20
WL/2026/00220 - ANDERSON HOUSE, MAIN STREET, SOUTH CARLTON
Listed building consent to treat the timbers with insecticidal and fungicidal solutions, and install a sump pump system
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-03-02
WL/2026/00126 - THE OLD SCHOOL, SCHOOL LANE, SOUTH CARLTON
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 4 (Details of the protections of the decorative trusses and internal folding partitions), 5 (Recording of existing fireplace) and 13 (Joinery det
Status: Approved | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-02-02
WL/2026/00035 - THE OLD SCHOOL, SCHOOL LANE, SOUTH CARLTON
Request for confirmation of compliance with condition 3 (materials) of planning permission WL/2025/00763 granted 12 December 2025.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-01-07
WL/2025/00764 - THE OLD SCHOOL, SCHOOL LANE, SOUTH CARLTON
Listed Building Consent for change of use to 1no. residential dwelling with internal and external alterations, an addition of a single storey rear extension with glazed link, and works to ceiling in t
Status: Approved | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-07-23
WL/2025/00763 - THE OLD SCHOOL, SCHOOL LANE, SOUTH CARLTON
Planning application for change of use to 1no. residential dwelling with internal and external alterations, an addition of a single storey rear extension with glazed link, works to ceiling in the main
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-07-23
WL/2025/00737 - LAND SOUTH OF FEN LANE, SOUTH CARLTON
Planning application to construct a temporary solar farm, to include the installation of solar photovoltaic panels, with substations, inverters, perimeter fencing, landscaping and other associated wor
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-07-09
WL/2025/00543 - SOUTH CARLTON
Request for a Screening Opinion to determine whether there is a requirement for an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) to accompany a planning application for a solar farm at South Carlton, Lincolns
Status: Approved | Type: Request for a Screening Opinion | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-05-29
WL/2025/00276 - OSPREY COTTAGE, MIDDLE STREET, SOUTH CARLTON
Planning application for proposed single storey flat roof extension to rear of property with feature glazed lantern.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-03-12
147896 - Hawthorn Barn School Lane, South Carlton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the replacement of timber windows and doors with aluminium windows and doors.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Cert. Lawful Develop. Proposed | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-02-01
146387 - Westerley Middle Street, South Carlton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for complete remodelling of an existing bungalow, including raising the roof height to create first floor accommodation, extensions and other alterations being variation of condit
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-03-03
145607 - Blue Bell Cottage Fen Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for siting of Shepherd's hut to be used as a studio.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-10-14
145714 - Blue Bell Cottage Fen Lane, South Carlton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Listed building consent for siting of Shepherd's hut to be used as a studio.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-10-14
145611 - Westerley Middle Street, South Carlton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Application for non-material amendment to planning permission 143128 granted 16 August 2021, raise ridge height to master bedroom, amend window sizes, materials change to render and remove balcony fro
Status: Refused | Type: Non-material amendment | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-09-30
145328 - The Old School School Lane, South Carlton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2-7 inclusive of listed building consent 141239 granted 15 June 2021
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-08-11
145330 - The Old School School Lane, South Carlton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 3-7 inclusive of planning permission 141238 granted 15 June 2021
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-08-11
143128 - Westerley Middle Street, South Carlton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for complete remodelling of an existing bungalow, including raising the roof height to create first floor accommodation, extensions and other alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-07-01
143266 - 2 Marris Cottages Middle Street, South Carlton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Application for non-material amendment to planning permission 142165 granted 25 January 2021 - Change of flat roof over entrance to pitched roof.
Status: Approved | Type: Non-material amendment | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-06-24
143051 - 2 Marris Cottages Middle Street, South Carlton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Application for non-material amendment to planning permission 142165 granted 25 January 2021 - proposed window in side of front extension and revised door and windows to front.
Status: Approved | Type: Non-material amendment | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-05-13

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A brief summary of South Carlton in Lincolnshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes South Carlton a particularly low-crime area.

South Carlton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: South Carlton, Burton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in South Carlton

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near South Carlton. The average decision time was 85 days.

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near South Carlton were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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